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Psychiatric/ Emotional Support Animal Feb 29th, 2024

  A psychiatric support animal (PSA), also commonly referred to as an emotional support animal (ESA) or therapy animal, is an animal that provides comfort and support to individuals with mental health conditions. While service animals are specifically trained to perform tasks for individuals with disabilities, such as guiding the...

Evaluating Executive Functioning Feb 27th, 2024

Executive functioning refers to a set of mental skills that help individuals manage, organize, and regulate their thoughts and actions in order to achieve goals. These skills are essential for tasks such as planning, problem-solving, time management, self-control, and working memory. Executive functioning plays a crucial role in various aspects...

Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine Feb 20th, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered dramatic changes throughout everyday life — and in the medical community as well. Not only are providers across the country postponing elective procedures, but many are also encouraging people to avoid in-office appointments to reduce their risk of exposure to this highly contagious coronavirus.But what...

The Mind-Body Connection: How Diet Affects Mental Health Feb 9th, 2024

Introduction: In the pursuit of holistic well-being, the intricate relationship between diet and mental health cannot be overstated. While we often focus on physical health outcomes such as weight management and disease prevention, it's essential to recognize the profound impact our dietary choices have on our mental well-being. As research...

PTSD Jul 18th, 2023

What is post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD? It is natural to feel afraid during and after a traumatic situation. Fear is a part of the body’s “fight-or-flight” response, which helps us avoid or respond to potential danger. People may experience a range of reactions after trauma, and most will recover...

What Does a Panic Attack Feel Like? Jun 1st, 2023

You sent an email to the wrong person, forgot to pick up your kid at school, or locked your keys in the car — all of us have been through panic-inducing situations like these.  A little bit of panic is healthy, and it's actually your body's way of telling you...

5 Signs of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) May 5th, 2023

Worry, overthinking, preoccupation — we've all struggled with these mental health disruptions at some point. But when those thoughts and feelings overwhelm you and manifest in harmful behavior, you've crossed into obsessive-compulsive disorder. Obsessive-compulsive disorder, commonly called OCD, is a mental health condition characterized by obsessions, recurring thoughts, or behaviors that...

Do I Have Anxiety, Depression, or Both? Apr 6th, 2023

From starting a new job to losing a loved one, there's virtually no escape from the curveballs life can throw at you. All of it can take a toll on your mental health.  Feelings of sadness and worry are normal. But when those emotions become chronic and overwhelm you, it...

How ADHD Affects Adults Differently Than Children Mar 15th, 2023

For a long time, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) was considered a problem primarily diagnosed among young people. More research and a better understanding of this neurological condition have revealed it affects many more adults than previously thought.  We know now that adults and children can both be diagnosed with...

Do you live with anxiety? Here are 14 ways to cope. Feb 28th, 2023

Anxiety is what we feel when we are worried, tense or afraid – particularly about things that are about to happen, or which we think could happen in the future. Anxiety is a natural human response when we feel that we are under threat. It can be experienced through our thoughts, feelings...

Myths and Facts About Bipolar Disorder Feb 9th, 2023

Roughly 4.4% of Americans are diagnosed with bipolar disorder during their lifetimes, which means this particular health issue is not nearly as uncommon as many people think. In fact, every year, nearly 8 million American men and women are diagnosed with the disorder. Despite these numbers, bipolar disorder is still...

The Nutrition and Mental Health Symptom Connection Feb 2nd, 2023

Think about it. Your brain is always "on." It takes care of your thoughts and movements, your breathing and heartbeat, your senses — it works hard 24/7, even while you’re asleep. This means your brain requires a constant supply of fuel. That "fuel" comes from the foods you eat —...

Searching for the right Mental Health Care Jan 26th, 2023

If you've never seen a mental health provider before, you may not know how to find one who suits your specific needs. Here are some things to keep in mind as you search for a mental health provider. What type of mental health provider do you need?   Mental health...